SUNDAY OFFERINGS
Sunday, June 25, 2023:
The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
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8 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in person in Thomsen Chapel
9 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in person in the cathedral nave
11 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
~12 p.m. • Pride Parade
Downtown/Seattle Center
8:15 p.m. • Youth Group Pie & Compline
meet in Leffler House
9:30 p.m. • Compline
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The cover photo shows Tent City 3 on June 21, 2023. Tent City 3 will be in residence in the lower parking lot until early September. |
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NEW THIS WEEK
Protect Trans Lives/Protect Trans Kids
Sunday night dinners with our neighbors begin
Being visible and sharing welcome
Guest Musicians This Sunday
Choir of the Sound at 11 a.m.
Coffee House Potluck
Seeking volunteers to bring snacks this Sunday morning
Changing our Daily Routine to Save the Planet
Back by popular demand
Register for Senior Chorister Camp before July 5
Floral Designer for the coronation will present at Saint Mark's, September 29
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"Projecting Justice" Returns: Protect Trans Lives, Protect Trans Kids
In 2021, Saint Mark's collaborated with the ACLU of Washington State to use the unique position and visibility of the cathedral building as medium for making a powerful statement about violence and justice in our city and our region. For two weeks, we projected names of people in Western Washington killed by the police, with the simple message that each one "should still be alive today." We called this project Projecting Justice.
This year ACLU-WA and Saint Mark's are again collaborating, this time to make a statement in light of the unprecedented wave of anti-trans legislation, and the atmosphere of threat that trans people, both across the country and in our own cathedral community, are now experiencing: Protect Trans Lives will be projected this week, then next week the message will be changed to Protect Trans Kids. The projection will continue through June 29. As ACLU-WA explains on their website:
So far this year, state lawmakers across the country have introduced nearly 500 anti-LGBTQIA2S+ bills, most of which target transgender and non-binary people. The ACLU has been fighting back by working in state legislatures, taking unconstitutional policies to court, and mobilizing supporters to protect trans rights. This Pride month, and every day, we are defending everyone’s right to be themselves—fully, freely, and with joy. Learn about a recent legislative victory around gender affirming care here in Washington. Celebrate LGBTQIA2S+ Pride at these events across Washington all summer long. Check out the national ACLU’s podcast episodes, Finding Trans Joy Through Sports and Let Trans Kids Speak for Themselves.
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Saint Mark's at Capitol Hill PrideFest
TOMORROW, SATURDAY, JUNE 24, 12–8 P.M., booth located near Broadway & Roy
Saint Mark's will once again have a booth at Capitol Hill PrideFest booth on Saturday, June 24, from noon to 8 p.m. Drop by and say hello! The booth will have some fun buttons, flags, and other items to give away. You are still welcome to sign up for a shift staffing the booth. But even if you just drop by, you may be drawn into a conversation about the cathedral with a neighbor—many people are curious to learn more about the open and affirming community that is Saint Mark's. Questions? Contact Michael Seewer: mseewer@saintmarks.org
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Neighborhood Eucharist in West Seattle Tomorrow
TOMORROW, SATURDAY, JUNE 24, 4–5 P.M., at the home of Betsy Bell (RSVP for address)
It's not too late to register for tomorrow's Neighborhood Eucharist in West Seattle at the home of Betsy Bell. This simple liturgy is family-friendly, meaningful, and brief—a great way to strengthen the connections among us as well as to God's good earth. Simply RSVP to Canon Barrie and you’ll receive the address, parking instructions, and other information: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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Seattle Pride Parade
THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 25, line up downtown at 11:30 a.m., sign up here
It's not too late to join the Diocese of Olympia for the 2023 Seattle Pride Parade this Sunday. In this time when trans people are feeling under threat, including from politicians and religious leaders, it's more important than ever to be visible and proclaim to all that we are an open, affirming and inclusive church that leads with love.
The Episcopal contingent will gather at approx. 11:30 downtown near Seattle Central Library and then travel 2.5 miles along 4th Avenue, ending at Seattle Center. Sign up using this form and you will then be contacted with more details about where to meet and what to bring. Questions? faithformation@ecww.org
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Sunday Morning Coffee Hour Potluck
THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 25, after the 9 and 11 a.m. services
Snacks are now served in "coffee corner" following the 9 and 11 a.m. services on the last Sunday of each month. This month the snack will be a community potluck! If you can bring something sweet or savory to share, please contact Canon Barrie, indicating which service you will be attending: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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Welcome this Sunday's Guest Musicians: Choir of the Sound
THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 25, at the 11 a.m. Eucharist only
This Sunday the 11 a.m. service will feature musical contributions by Choir of the Sound, one of Seattle’s finest community choruses, and one of Saint Mark’s Cathedral’s Artist-in-Residence Ensembles. Founded in 1977 as the Shoreline Community College Chorale, Choir of the Sound today focuses extensively on community outreach, particularly on engaging the next generation of choral singers, and previously gave out two college scholarships every year (prior to the pandemic) to local high school chorus members. The choir continues to grow and expand its skills and repertoire, cementing its reputation as one of the premier choral ensembles in the Puget Sound region. Their conductor and artistic director, since 2011, is Jeremy Matheis, who also serves as Associate Director of The Compline Choir. Choir of the Sound’s Associate Director, conducting the choir in Sunday's liturgy, is Anjali Chudasama. They will present two movements from The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace, by Karl Jenkins, which they recently presented in full at their spring concert in the Saint Mark's Cathedral nave on March 12.
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YOUTH OF SAINT MARK'S
Pie and Compline
THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 25, 8:15 P.M., meet in Leffler House
All middle school and high school students, along with recent high school grads back for the summer, are welcome to this gathering for dessert, fellowship, and prayer. Eat pie. Eat ice cream. Chat with each other. Then metabolize our sugar rush while we experience the Office of Compline in the cathedral nave just after sunset, 9:30–10 p.m. If you have never experienced Compline at Saint Mark's before, know that you are welcome to lie down on the nave floor, sit in a pew, or take whatever posture is comfortable for you to enter a reflective frame of mind.
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CREATION CARE MINISTRY
Climate Conversation for July: Changing our Daily Routine to Save the Planet
THURSDAY, JULY 13, 6:30–7:30 P.M., online via Zoom only
From the time we get up in the morning until the time we go to bed, we usually follow a similar set of daily habits. Make breakfast, brush teeth, commute to school or the office, drink coffee, eat lunch, stream a video, and more. What we usually don’t do is think about the climate impact of those actions. In this discussion we’ll take a look at the climate impact of each of those things we usually do during the day. How much carbon emissions does breakfast create, for example, and how much water do we use? We’ll then look at how to be more mindful of our impact and what we can do to have less effect on the climate. Our discussion will center around how we can make changes to care for creation better.
These Climate Conversations happen on the third Thursday of each month and include various topics. Learn about past and upcoming topics here. The Zoom link stays the same each month.
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Hymn Sing
SUNDAY, JULY 16, 12:30–2 P.M., in the organ loft
Back by popular request! Join Canon Michael Kleinschmidt for a fabulous “back-stage” pass experience of Saint Mark’s famous Flentrop Organ. We’ll gather for snacks and fellowship in the nave at 12:30 p.m. and then head up to the organ loft at 1 p.m. for a brief tour followed by a hymn sing along. This event is hosted by the 20s/30s group, but everyone is invited. Email Bryan (bpansing@gmail.com) for questions or to request your favorite hymn title from The Hymnal 1982.
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40s/50s Brunch
SUNDAY, JULY 23, 12:30 P.M., Leffler House
40s/50s of Saint Mark's, it’s time to do brunch again! All community members in their 40s and 50s are invited to Leffler House following the 11 a.m. service on July 23 service for food and fellowship. There will be an opportunity to discuss future 40s/50s offerings as well. If you'd like to bring something to share, please sign up using this form. Contact Sacristan Kristine Ekman with questions: krisekman@aol.com
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TAIZÉ PRAYER LITURGY: SUNDAY, JULY 2, 4:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed. (QuiC Meet & Greet to follow in the cathedral nave)
The Saint Mark's Queer in Christ Ministry has planned two events in July honoring The Rev. Pauli Murray, the first Black person perceived as a woman in the U.S. to become an Episcopal priest, and the first queer person added to The Episcopal Church's "Calendar of Saints" (called Lesser Feasts & Fasts). Murray's feast day is July 1.
A special Taizé Prayer liturgy will be offered Sunday, July 2, including readings and prayers by Pauli Murray and specially chosen music. (This service is offered in the first-Sunday, 4:30 p.m. time usually taken by Choral Evensong, which will be on summer hiatus.) A Queer in Christ Meet & Greet will follow the liturgy in the southeast corner of the nave. Contact Michael Seewer to learn more: mseewer@saintmarks.org
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20s/30s Serve Breakfast at Edible Hope
MONDAY, JULY 3, 8–10 A.M., at St. Luke's in Ballard, 5710 22nd Ave NW, Seattle 98107 (Parking onsite available)
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SUNDAY, JULY 9, 12:30–2 P.M., in Room 210 or via Zoom
The Saint Mark's Book Group selection for July is Out of the Ashes by Cathedral member Sallie Crotty. In it, she shares the story of her journey with bipolar disease, in order to help remove the stigma that surrounds mental illness and give hope to others. Sallie led a Cathedral Commons forum in March about the issues in the book—you can watch a video of the forum here—but this is an opportunity to engage with the book itself. She will be present at to the July 9. Learn more about the book here.
The Saint Mark's Book Group meets the second Sunday of odd-numbered months. In May there was a mix-up regarding the Zoom link, and the Zoom option was unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience, and Zoom will again be an option on July 9.
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SUNDAY, JULY 9, 2–3:30 P.M., cathedral lawn
What's it like to be a young adult and parent of faith? Join for a gathering to connect and share in fellowship together. Snacks, juice and lawn activities for children of all ages will be available. Bring a snack and/or camp chair if you would like. Drop in or out as your schedule allows. Questions? Email Emily: emcmeeks@gmail.com
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FORUM: WEDNESDAY, JULY 12, 6 P.M., Bloedel Hall and via Zoom
The second of the two events honoring the life and witness of Pauli Murray will be offered on Wednesday evening, July 12, either in person or online via Zoom. Noted author (and creator of the Brave Sis Project) Rozella Kennedy will present an evening hybrid forum in Bloedel Hall and on Zoom, exploring who Pauli Murray was, their life as a priest, activist, scholar, and poet, and why their story is important to us today.
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GUEST SERMON SUNDAY, JULY 16, at the 9 and 11 a.m. services
"FRIENDS TALKING" FORUM: 10:10 A.M., Bloedel Hall
We are delighted that The Rev. Fadi Diab, Rector of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Ramallah, Palestine, his wife Ruba and Son Andrew will visit our diocese in July. They will share with us about the lives of Christians in the Holy Land today. Palestinian families who make up most of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem are descendants of the original Christians first baptized at Pentecost. They seek to uphold the work and teachings of Christ in the very places where He ministered in His earthly life. Fr. Fadi will preach at both the 9 and 11 a.m. services, and a conversation with all three members of the family is scheduled for the 10 a.m. "Friends Talking" Forum.
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A Report from the Tent City 3 Meal Sharing Ministry
The Meal Sharing Ministry’s outreach to Tent City 3 began last Saturday, June 17, with the provision of a sack lunch/dinner for those settling into their new space in the Saint Mark’s Cathedral parking area for the summer.
Blessed with the facilities and volunteers to be able to provide a nourishing meal every Sunday evening, the first dinner in Bloedel Hall was offered on June 18. Sunday evening dinners will continue through September 3. Volunteers signed up to cook, serve, greet and just be a friendly face. This meal happened to coincide with the monthly meal service for Saint Martin de Porres Shelter located on the Seattle waterfront, but the hardworking volunteers were able to prepare and serve both meals.
The dinner was a fine meal of baked sausage ziti, a green salad, home-made focaccia bread, and ice cream with chocolate sauce. The crew had the opportunity to sit at the tables with our 27 guests, share the meal, and socialize. There were plenty of leftovers, and these were packaged up and delivered to the guests who were unable to attend. In addition, various parishioners had answered TC3's request for donations of tents and other supplies, and these were gratefully received by the residents during dinner.
Sunday's volunteers included Mark Stumpf, Marc Aubertin, Deborah Person, Chris Rigos, Roberta Knave, Kathy Sodergren, Robert Herr, Gina Brelsford, Leah Hair, Erica Sutkus, Elli Howard, John Weintraub, Peter Snyder, James Brumbaugh, and Maris Olsen. Check out some photos below!
—report by Barb Erickson
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Pride Interfaith Service
TOMORROW, SATURDAY, JUNE 24, 2 P.M., at All Pilgrims Christian Church, located at the corner of Broadway and Republican on Capitol Hill
While PrideFest is happening on Broadway, our neighbors at All Pilgrims will host a special interfaith service on the theme of Advocacy for Gender Identity and Expression. The service will include music, speakers, and spiritual practices from several faith traditions. All are welcome!
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Lecture/Demonstration at Saint Mark's by the Royal Wedding and Coronation Florist
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2 P.M., in the cathedral nave; find the link to purchase tickets here
Tickets have now gone on sale for this very special event, presented by the Slow Flowers Society and co-sponsored by Saint Mark's Cathedral, with Shane Connolly, renowned floral designer and advocate for sustainability in the floral industry. Connelly's clients include major museums, public institutions, and celebrities, but he is best known for his work for The Royal Family, including the coronation in May 2023, the wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales in 2011, and the wedding of the Charles and Camilla in 2005. His work is characterized by respect for nature, season, and setting, and all his projects have the same aim: to leave the smallest footprint behind and to be led by what is local and available. He has written five books and teaches his approach to flower design all over the world. Learn more and find the link to buy tickets here.
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Education for Ministry
INFO TABLE IN THE NAVE THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 25, after the 9 and 11 a.m. services
Do you want to go deeper into your faith in an intense, ongoing way? Do you want to form lasting connections with others who also seek that connection? Consider registering for Education for Ministry (EfM). EfM is a four-year program for lay people to study scripture, church history, and modern theology. Students commit to one year at a time. Each class is limited to 12 people. Two different classes meet weekly September–June at Saint Mark's: Mondays, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and Mondays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Tuition is $325, plus the cost of textbooks. If you're interested in joining a class in the fall, you may want to view this recent forum about the program or visit with the mentors at a table in the nave after the 9 or 11 a.m. service on June 25 or July 23. Or contact one of the mentors: Monday Morning Group: Maria Coldwell (mvcoldwell@hotmail.com); Monday Evening Group: Tom Hayton (tomhayton@yahoo.com).
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2023 Saint Mark's Choir Camp—Registration Deadline July 5!
This summer, the Saint Mark's Cathedral Choir School will offer week-long day camps for two age brackets: Senior Chorister Camp (for children in 3rd–8th grade), and Schola Camp (for high school singers and changed-voice boys). Learn more here. And please spread the word to anyone you know who might be interested!
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Senior Chorister Camp
Senior Chorister Camp will include a daily sung service of Morning Prayer and a concluding Evensong service on Friday. In addition to work on vocal production and musicianship, the week will include encounters with the Flentrop organ, handbells, drumming, and more.
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Schola Camp
Schola Camp will meet in the afternoon and evening, and conclude with a sung service of Compline each night. The camp will have a special focus on providing guidance for the changing and maturing voices of teenagers.
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Cathedral Yoga will be offered on Monday, June 26, 6:30 p.m., led by instructor Luna Miller.
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The next work party with the cathedral Garden Ministry will be Saturday, July 8, 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a lot to do to manage the summer abundance! Wear clothes you can get dirty in, sunscreen, and a hat; bring gardening gloves and a water bottle. Any questions, write to Norva Osborn.
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Cathedral Sacristan and Head Verger Michael Seewer puts together a seasonal Liturgical Ministers Newsletter, containing important announcements for all involved in ministries of worship, as well as information and reflections of interest to the whole community. Read the latest issue here.
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Recently the Creation Care Ministry sent out a new issue of their newsletter, containing reports, reflections, upcoming events and initiatives, snapshots, and more.
Check out the new issue here, and sign up to receive future issues here (or use the "Update Profile" link at the bottom of this email). Check "Creation Care" from the list of options.
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In addition, the Diocese of Olympia also recently sent out a Pride-month newsletter. Check out that newsletter here. Both newsletters feature words and reflections by familiar faces from Saint Mark's!
Get on the list to receive future Queer in Christ ministry newsletters by emailing Michael Seewer: mseewer@saintmarks.org
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Sunday, June 25, 2023:
The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
Download the service leaflets in advance here.
Join the 11 a.m. service via livestream here.
Read the Scriptures appointed for this Sunday here.
Scripture:
Genesis 21:8–21
Psalm 86:1–10, 16–17
Romans 6:1b–11
Matthew 10:24–39
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8 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
Thomsen Chapel; in-person only
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Presider & Preacher: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Hymns:
Praise to the living God! [Hymn #372]
Spread, O spread, thou mighty word [Hymn #530]
Organ:
Paul Hindemith, I. Lebhaft and II. Ruhig bewegt from Organ Sonata No. 2
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9 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in-person only
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Presider: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Preacher: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Hymns:
Christ for the world we sing [Hymn #537]
Surely it is God who saves me [Hymn #679]
Spread, O spread, thou mighty word [Hymn #530]
Organ:
Paul Hindemith, I. Lebhaft and II. Ruhig bewegt from Organ Sonata No. 2
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11 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in-person & livestreamed
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Presider: The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty
Preacher: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Hymns:
Christ for the world we sing [Hymn #537]
Praise the Lord through every nation [Hymn #484]
Come with us, O blessed Jesus [Hymn #336]
Spread, O spread, thou mighty word [Hymn #530]
Guest Choir:
Choir of the Sound; Anjali Chudasama, conducting
Karl Jenkins, Benedictus and Agnus Dei from The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace
Organ:
Paul Hindemith, I. Lebhaft and II. Ruhig bewegt from Organ Sonata No. 2
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The 7 p.m. Sunday Contemplative Eucharist is on summer hiatus. It will resume in September. |
Office of Compline observing the Feast of the Nativity of John the Baptist (transferred)
Highlights:
Claude Goudimel, Comfort, comfort ye my people
Jason A. Anderson, Psalm 85:7–13
Lodovico Grossi da Viadana, Nunc dimittis, tonus peregrinus
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Fuit homo missus a Deo
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Liturgy and repertoire information subject to change. |
Each week, those for whom the community has been asked to pray are published each Friday afternoon in the Cathedral Prayer List, found as a PDF at saintmarks.org/prayer
On that same page, find information about joining the cathedral's Prayer Chain, to receive emails about individual prayer requests as they are submitted.
The prayer list is also available in printed form in the back of the nave.
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FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, 12:30 P.M., meet in the rear of the nave following the 11 a.m. service.
A newcomers' coffee with clergy is offered on the first Sunday of each month immediately following the 11 a.m. Sunday service. This coffee hour is offered especially for newcomers, guests, or anyone who has questions about the cathedral community and liturgies. Gather in the back of the nave. Email newcomers@saintmarks.org if you cannot attend in person, or with any other questions. And as always, please spread the word to anyone you know who may be interested.
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EVERY SUNDAY, DURING THE 9 A.M. SERVICE
Children's Chapel is offered each Sunday during the 9 a.m. Sunday service. All children are invited to join the Gospel procession and gather around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Then children pre-school through 2nd grade will process to Thomsen Chapel for storytelling, singing, and prayer. Parents are welcome to join their children. They return to their families in the nave at the Peace. If you have any questions or would like to help out, please contact Canon Wendy Claire Barrie at: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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Weekday Prayer Services
Daily Morning Prayer is offered by St. Paul's, Seattle, weekdays at 8:30 a.m., online via Zoom only. Members of the cathedral community are encouraged to participate
Thursday Morning: At 7 a.m. on on the first, third, and fifth Thursdays of the month only, a service of Holy Eucharist is offered in person in Thomsen Chapel. On the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, an online-only prayer service is offered via Zoom at 7 a.m. instead.
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Saint Mark’s Cathedral acknowledges that we gather on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People, who are still here, and we honor with gratitude the land itself and the life all the Coast Salish tribes. [Learn more]
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Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral
206.323.0300
info@saintmarks.org
www.saintmarks.org
Pastoral Care Emergency Line: 206.323.0300 x100
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